Summer Law Intern

Location: New Haven, CT, US, 06510

Category: Business Support

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The Knights of Columbus is a tax-exempt Catholic fraternal benefit society that provides financial security to members and their families through our life insurance, long-term care insurance, disability income insurance, investment and annuity products. Charity is at the core of our missions: our profits are donated to help those in need and to support our faith - $1.73B over the past ten years.

While we have many employees who are not Catholic, we follow the Church’s teachings in our investment strategies and our employee benefits. As part of our religious mission, we support the pro-life cause by contributing to the March for Life and pregnancy resource centers, we oppose assisted suicide and euthanasia, we are evangelists for the Catholic faith, and we help Christians who are facing religious persecution in the Middle East. We all work together to support our two million members as they volunteer to help others in their parishes and communities around the world.

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Overview

The Knights of Columbus (KofC) is one of the world’s premier Catholic lay organizations, with over two million members throughout the globe. Our organization is dedicated to the principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism, and supports families, parishes, and communities through charitable works and a highly rated insurance program offering life, annuities, long-term care, and disability. In keeping with our founder Father Michael McGivney’s vision to safeguard families’ finances, we provide opportunities for members and other clients to align financial decisions with Catholic values. Our financial strength is measured by AA+ rating by Standard & Poor’s; A+ Superior rating from AM Best for 40 consecutive years; more than $123 billion of life insurance in force; and $31.1 billion of total assets under management. Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors, a wholly owned subsidiary of Knights of Columbus with $28 billion of assets under management, provides Catholic-compliant investment strategies for both institutional and individual investors. When members purchase insurance policies, surpluses from our business operations support works of charity. When clients do business with Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors, it is with the assurance that their funds are invested according to Catholic guidelines. And when donors give to the United in Charity Annual Appeal or open an account with Knights of Columbus Charitable Fund, it is with the gratification that they’re continuing Father McGivney’s legacy of generosity toward the most vulnerable.

The Knights of Columbus Internship program is focused on providing students hands-on experience. The 10-week internship will run from June 1, 2026 - August 14, 2026 offering a meaningful paid summer experience working on real business projects that help meet our company's needs and promote both personal and professional development for the intern.

Please make sure to include a cover letter, unofficial law school transcript, and a short writing sample (5-10 pages) with your application submission.

Core Responsibilities

The KofC is seeking two highly motivated and detail-oriented 1L Summer Law Clerks to join our team for Summer 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for a first-year law student to gain hands-on legal experience in multiple legal practice areas, working alongside highly experienced attorneys practicing law in areas of corporate governance, insurance, business operations, employment, tax, litigation, contracts, intellectual property, international humanitarian aid, and more.

Skills Qualifications

Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Education

Enrolled in an accredited U.S. law school as a first-year (1L) student.

Authorization to work in the United States is required.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for a majority of the workday.

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